1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 164 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
